IL HB2950

School districts, charter schools, and non-public elementary and secondary schools must create, maintain, and implement anti-bullying policies that meet specific criteria including investigation procedures, parent notification, and intervention options.

Bullying is prohibited based on actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, disability, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, and other distinguishing characteristics in all school settings and school-sponsored activities.

Schools must complete investigations of bullying reports within 10 school days and inform parents of all students involved in the incident while discussing available support services including counseling and restorative measures.

Bullying policies must be posted on school websites, included in student handbooks, and distributed annually to parents, guardians, students, and school personnel, with information about school personnel available to help victims.

Schools must conduct policy reviews and evaluations every 2 years and make evaluation results publicly available, measuring factors such as victimization frequency, student safety observations, and bystander participation.